MaineHealth Institute for Research
Ildiko Polyak is a seasoned scientific professional with extensive experience in the fields of pre-clinical research and project management. Currently serving as Scientific Manager I at MaineHealth Institute for Research since February 2022, Ildiko previously held roles at Biogen, including Senior Associate Scientist and Associate Scientist III, focusing on improving PET imaging diagnostics for neurodegenerative diseases through biomarkers research. Additional experience includes managing a non-profit initiative for The Year of the Right Whale, overseeing the establishment of an Ex Vivo lab department at Invicro, LLC, and managing a veterinary pathology diagnostics laboratory at Specialty VetPath. Ildiko began scientific career in disease diagnostics support for the PNW shellfish industry at AquaTechnics and has foundational experience as a Lab Assistant and Science Coordinator at The Ocean Alliance. Ildiko holds a Master of Science in Pathobiological Sciences from Louisiana State University and a Bachelor's degree in Biology from Clark University.
MaineHealth Institute for Research
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MaineHealth Institute for Research facilitates and conducts a broad spectrum of biomedical research that extends from the study of basic disease mechanisms to translational and clinical research through population health services research. MHIR has world-class scientists working on the most advanced biomedical problems. Areas of research include: cardiovascular biology, cancer biology & therapeutics, stem & progenitor cell biology, neurobiology, developmental biology & organogenesis, metabolic & hormonal regulation, psychiatric research, and outcomes research & evaluation. MaineHealth Institute for Research is committed to training the next generation biomedical scientists and offers opportunities for students at all levels to gain biomedical research experience, thus providing a pipeline of engagement from high school through college and beyond to graduate work, medical school, PhD programs, and professional employment. MHIR has been successful in bringing the benefits of new discoveries to our patients and to the world, and we have an ongoing commitment to conduct innovative and collaborative state of the art biomedical research that enhances the health of the people of Maine and beyond. Follow us on LinkedIn to learn more about our work, seminars, presentations and key discoveries impacting health care.